Statodamus
The Kingdom of Statodamus was an island kingdom in Arrakis. Its capital was Statodamus. Other settlements included Tyrus and Solimitantus. The flag is composed of a gold cross on a white background.
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History
The history of Statodamus can be considered a history of religious struggle. The south of the island, had, for a long time, been opposed to the enlightened rule of Statodamus. However, these heathens have been, for the most part, assimilated and forgiven for their past infidelity. There was a brief war between the north and the south for control of the island and for the spreading of our one true faith and their heathen belief. However, after a short time, the north won the hearts of the people after they heard the words of a prophet, whos name has been lost to time.
Geography
The climate of Statodamus was a division of the country into a lush, cool north and a blisteringly hot south. This divide also manifested itself into Statodami culture; the north being the rich breadbasket of the Kingdom whereas the south is poorer and more nomadic. To the south, the native unassimilated people were known as Angues, snakes, although they are mostly in separate small clans and tribes as opposed to be one large people.
Politics
Statodamus was an monarchy where the reigning king wielded absolute power over the country and its citizens. However, as a show of good faith from the ruler, they usually waited for approval from the senate before passing legislation. The senate was deeply conservative and loyal, being appointed from the aristocracy.
Military
The Kingdom of Statodamus maintained a modest army composed of mostly garrison units in the major towns across the island. These troops protected the coasts from pirate raids and the land from very occasional raiders. The Navy mostly served to fight weaker pirates and protect merchant convoys acting more as a convoy escort more than anything else.
Economy
The kingdom imported timber, grain, beer, meat, iron, and reeds, whilst exporting wheat, wine, meat, gems, and relics. Trade was common with Nosamo, Elyria, Baalys, and even Archadia.
